Coffee Tampers
Shop barista-grade espresso tampers in 51mm, 53mm, 54mm, 58mm and 58.5mm for De'Longhi, Breville, Gaggia, E61 and more. Flat stainless bases, calibrated options, and wooden handled designs — every size covered for consistent extractions.
Why Your Tamper Size Matters
A tamper that doesn't match your basket diameter leaves a gap around the edge — water finds that gap and bypasses the coffee entirely, causing channelling and inconsistent shots. A correctly sized, flat-based tamper creates an even, sealed puck that water has to pass through uniformly.
Which Size Do You Need?
| 51mm | De'Longhi Dedica, Smeg 50s Style |
| 53mm / 53.5mm | Breville Bambino, Bambino Plus |
| 54mm | Breville Barista Express, Barista Pro, Barista Touch |
| 58mm | Breville Oracle, Dual Boiler, Gaggia Classic, E61 machines, La Marzocco |
| 58.5mm | Some E61 and commercial-style machines |
Flat Base vs Calibrated Tamper
A flat-based tamper is the standard choice for most home baristas — it creates an even, level puck when your technique is consistent. A calibrated tamper clicks at a set pressure (typically 10–15kg) every time, which is useful while you're developing muscle memory. Both produce excellent results — the calibrated option simply removes pressure as a variable.
Complete Your Puck Prep
For the most consistent extractions, pair your tamper with a coffee distributor to level grounds before tamping, and a puck screen to protect the puck surface during brewing.
How do I choose the right tamper? +
Size first — De'Longhi Dedica uses 51mm. Breville Barista Express, Pro and Bambino Plus use 53mm. Breville Oracle and Dual Boiler use 58mm. Gaggia Classic Pro, E61 and La Marzocco use 58mm.
Standard vs calibrated — a standard tamper relies on consistent technique. A calibrated tamper clicks at a set pressure so every tamp is identical — great for building consistency or removing pressure as a variable entirely.
Pair it with a distributor — for best results, use a distributor to level your grounds before tamping. Our distributor collection has options for every size, including popular 2-in-1 tamper & distributor combos.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size tamper do I need for my Breville machine?
How much pressure should I use when tamping espresso?
What is a calibrated tamper and is it worth it?
What is the difference between a flat and a convex tamper base?
Should I use a tamper and a distributor together?
